DMSI 102 - Abdominal Sonography I & Clini

1. Identify both on diagram and sonographic image, normal and abnormal abdominal anatomy, and variants.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of relational anatomy in the abdominal cavity.
3. Define peritoneal and retroperitoneal cavities, organs contained and other contents
4. Describe the effects of pathophysiology on organs and organ systems and the sonographic appearances.
5. Explain and recognize sonographic pathologic appearances and patterns in abdominal organs.
6. Demonstrate sonographic techniques, measurement methods, and basic Doppler analysis for abdominal organs.
7. List basic protocol for abdominal scanning in the Ivy Tech lab for organ systems.
8. Acquire basic needed images for a sonographic abdominal exam.
9. Demonstrate scanning using correct ergonomic techniques
10. Understand the important elements of composing and generating preliminary and final reports using correct terminology
11. Apply proper terminology to the sonographic examination and organ systems.

• Hepatic system
• Biliary system
• Pancreas
• Urinary system
• Spleen and lymphatic structures
• Abdominal Vasculature
• Retroperitoneal spaces and structures

 
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